Travelscope

Joseph catches the urban beat of Victoria's capital, Melbourne, then heads out on the Great Ocean Road to take in the natural scenery and survey the village scene in coastal towns.

Joseph continues his Aussie adventure in Australia's island state -- Tasmania.

Joseph dons his jester's cap and heads to the German state of Baden-Wuerttemberg for Fasnet -- Fasnacht -- Carnival.

Joseph dons his jester's cap and heads to the German state of Baden-Wuerttemberg for Fasnet -- Fasnacht -- Carnival.

Joseph dons his jester's cap and heads to the German state of Baden-Wuerttemberg for Fasnet -- Fasnacht -- Carnival.

Joseph joins his producer and wife, Julie, on her search for her Swiss roots in and around Lucerne, Switzerland.

New Brunswick is Canada's only bi-lingual province and the peaceful co-existence between the French Acadian culture and the English Loyalist culture gives visitors two experiences for the price of one.

Joseph dons his jester's cap and heads to the German state of Baden-Wuerttemberg for Fasnet -- Fasnacht -- Carnival.

It's hectic, it's crowded, it's the epitome of diversity and filled to the brim with exciting things to see and do.

It's hectic, it's crowded, it's the epitome of diversity and filled to the brim with exciting things to see and do.

It's hectic, it's crowded, it's the epitome of diversity and filled to the brim with exciting things to see and do.

It's hectic, it's crowded, it's the epitome of diversity and filled to the brim with exciting things to see and do.

From vibrant Bangkok Joseph travels south for a bit of rest and relaxation in the turquoise waters and on the fashionable beaches of the Krabi Peninsula.

From vibrant Bangkok Joseph travels south for a bit of rest and relaxation in the turquoise waters and on the fashionable beaches of the Krabi Peninsula.

From vibrant Bangkok Joseph travels south for a bit of rest and relaxation in the turquoise waters and on the fashionable beaches of the Krabi Peninsula.

From vibrant Bangkok Joseph travels south for a bit of rest and relaxation in the turquoise waters and on the fashionable beaches of the Krabi Peninsula.

It's time for barbecue, German beer tasting, fine wine sampling and guitar pickin' when Joseph explores Fredericksburg, Texas.

Scotland has been a part of the United Kingdom for more than 300 years, yet it has managed to maintain its distinct customs, culture and character.

Cappadocia, in Turkey's rural heart, is a natural wonder and a cultural treasure chest.

It's time for barbecue, German beer tasting, fine wine sampling and guitar pickin' when Joseph explores Fredericksburg, Texas.

It's time for barbecue, German beer tasting, fine wine sampling and guitar pickin' when Joseph explores Fredericksburg, Texas.

It's time for barbecue, German beer tasting, fine wine sampling and guitar pickin' when Joseph explores Fredericksburg, Texas.

Joseph gets an elephant-sized helping of the African wild on safari at the Lion Sands Private Game Reserve adjacent to South Africa's famed Kruger National Park.

On Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago Kuta Katila means, "Roll your reed mat out on the sand, lay back and relax.

Scotland has been a part of the United Kingdom for more than 300 years, yet it has managed to maintain its distinct customs, culture and character.

Scotland has been a part of the United Kingdom for more than 300 years, yet it has managed to maintain its distinct customs, culture and character.

Scotland has been a part of the United Kingdom for more than 300 years, yet it has managed to maintain its distinct customs, culture and character.

Thirty-two beautiful islands, off the beaten track, yet in your backyard, is what Joseph discovers on his St.

From its days as the capital of the Roman Empire in the 4th century to its selection as the European Capital of Culture in 2010, Istanbul has been a significant city and major crossroad between East and West for thousands of years.

For hundreds of years St. Moritz has been a Swiss resort with the emphasis on "the Ritz" -- a place where the royal, wealthy and famous can recreate in luxury and where the term "Champagne Climate" refers to more than the 300 plus days of sunshine each year.

Cappadocia, in Turkey's rural heart, is a natural wonder and a cultural treasure chest.

Cappadocia, in Turkey's rural heart, is a natural wonder and a cultural treasure chest.

Cappadocia, in Turkey's rural heart, is a natural wonder and a cultural treasure chest.

Surrounded by Switzerland's mountain landscape, it's easy to see why the Swiss understand the value of nature.

Throughout Guatemala, Easter Week (Semana Santa) is celebrated as the most significant and festive season on every religious and social calendar.

Joseph gets an elephant-sized helping of the African wild on safari at the Lion Sands Private Game Reserve adjacent to South Africa's famed Kruger National Park.

Joseph gets an elephant-sized helping of the African wild on safari at the Lion Sands Private Game Reserve adjacent to South Africa's famed Kruger National Park.

Joseph gets an elephant-sized helping of the African wild on safari at the Lion Sands Private Game Reserve adjacent to South Africa's famed Kruger National Park.

Joseph starts his Ireland adventure in the town of Shannon and then heads southwest to the Dingle Peninsula.

The mystery and majesty of tea is explored when Joseph spotlights the culture of this royal beverage on Taiwan.

Only 2% of the Taiwan population belongs to an ethnic minority group.

On Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago Kuta Katila means, "Roll your reed mat out on the sand, lay back and relax.

On Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago Kuta Katila means, "Roll your reed mat out on the sand, lay back and relax.

On Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago Kuta Katila means, "Roll your reed mat out on the sand, lay back and relax.

A Greek Island cruise sounds like a bit of a cliche, but not when Joseph and the crew of Travelscope make landing on some of the Goddess Athena's special children.

The finer things in life have always been a big part of the San Antonio experience and there's a slew of attractions to entertain the visitor - the Alamo, Riverwalk, fine dining, music, art - but it's San Antonio's diverse cultures and the way the people love to celebrate that is most impressive.

Thirty-two beautiful islands, off the beaten track, yet in your backyard, is what Joseph discovers on his St.

Thirty-two beautiful islands, off the beaten track, yet in your backyard, is what Joseph discovers on his St.

Thirty-two beautiful islands, off the beaten track, yet in your backyard, is what Joseph discovers on his St.

Joseph breaks away from heat for a cooling and relaxing stay among the gentle gulf breezes of the South Texas Coast.

Joseph follows in the footsteps of Dian Fossey when he treks into the mountain forest of the Parc National des Volcans.

Joseph continues his Rwanda adventure and turns his attention to the region's other primate populations.

From its days as the capital of the Roman Empire in the 4th century to its selection as the European Capital of Culture in 2010, Istanbul has been a significant city and major crossroad between East and West for thousands of years.

From its days as the capital of the Roman Empire in the 4th century to its selection as the European Capital of Culture in 2010, Istanbul has been a significant city and major crossroad between East and West for thousands of years.

From its days as the capital of the Roman Empire in the 4th century to its selection as the European Capital of Culture in 2010, Istanbul has been a significant city and major crossroad between East and West for thousands of years.

For hundreds of years St. Moritz has been a Swiss resort with the emphasis on "the Ritz" -- a place where the royal, wealthy and famous can recreate in luxury and where the term "Champagne Climate" refers to more than the 300 plus days of sunshine each year.

For hundreds of years St. Moritz has been a Swiss resort with the emphasis on "the Ritz" -- a place where the royal, wealthy and famous can recreate in luxury and where the term "Champagne Climate" refers to more than the 300 plus days of sunshine each year.

For hundreds of years St. Moritz has been a Swiss resort with the emphasis on "the Ritz" -- a place where the royal, wealthy and famous can recreate in luxury and where the term "Champagne Climate" refers to more than the 300 plus days of sunshine each year.

Surrounded by Switzerland's mountain landscape, it's easy to see why the Swiss understand the value of nature.

Surrounded by Switzerland's mountain landscape, it's easy to see why the Swiss understand the value of nature.

Surrounded by Switzerland's mountain landscape, it's easy to see why the Swiss understand the value of nature.